Rock Rescue I - Bottom Site Management Academic Noncredit

The basic procedures involved with the activity of vertical self rescue in a bottom managed situation will be explained, demonstrated and practiced during this course. Leave No Trace skills, and associated safety skills including proper equipment selection and use will also be covered. Additionally, students will demonstrate an increased understanding of issues and guidelines.

This noncredit class meets with a regular University of Utah credit course.

Class Sections For Rock Rescue I - Bottom Site Management (PRTL 280)

Fall 2019 Section 1, Starting on: 09/03/2019

Attendance at 1st class meeting is mandatory. Drops not possible after 2nd day following this meeting. Class meets September 3 only. Field program is held on Fri, Sat, Sun, September 13-15. The class is held in the Salt Lake City area. An introduction to vertical self-rescue in a bottom managed setting. Example: belay transfers & escapes, counter ascension & counter balance lowering will be taught and practiced. Prior rock climbing experience is recommended. Contact nate.smith@mountained.com with questions. If interested in rock climbing see PRTL 1230, 1231, 1232, 1233 above. To determine the last day to drop this miscellaneous course, see http://registrar.utah.edu/handbook/miscellaneous.php